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Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR is a product of Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Composition: Lornoxicam (16mg)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR

Description:

Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used for symptomatic treatment of acute mild to moderate pain and inflammation in patients of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR should be taken before meals with a sufficient amount of liquid. Taking it with food is not recommended as food can reduce the effectiveness of the medicine. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should keep taking the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop using it.

The most common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, headache, stomach pain, upset stomach, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.

Earlier using it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using the medicine.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Lofecam

  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain
  • Agitated stomach
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Indigestion
  • Dizziness
  • Headache

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

What is Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR used for?

Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicine (NSAID) used orally to relieve pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout, and other musculoskeletal or joint disorders. It may also be prescribed for acute lumbar pain and postoperative pain.

Who should not use Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR?

Individuals should not use Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR if they are allergic to Lornoxicam, aspirin, other NSAIDs, or any ingredient present in Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR. This medicine should also not be used if they have peptic ulcers, history of gastrointestinal bleeding, severe liver, kidney, or heart failure, bleeding disorders, thrombocytopenia (low blood platelets), are pregnant (especially in the last 3 months), or breastfeeding, or are a child under 18 years.

What precautions should I take before starting Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR?

Earlier starting Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR, you should inform your doctor if you have a history of asthma, allergies, heart failure, high blood pressure, liver/kidney disease, diabetes, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, lupus erythematosus, or blood coagulation disorders. Avoid alcohol, and monitor for any stomach or intestinal symptoms.

Are there any serious side effects of Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR I should watch for?

Earnest side effects of Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR include signs of stomach or intestinal bleeding (black or bloody stools, vomiting blood, severe abdominal pain), allergic reactions (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing), kidney or liver problems (yellowing of skin/eyes, dark urine, severe fatigue), or sudden mood changes. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.

How long should I take Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR, and when will I see results?

You should take Lofecam 16mg Tablet SR only as prescribed and do not use long-term unless directed, as extended use increases risk of stomach and heart complications. Relief is usually noticed within a few hours for pain, but follow your doctor’s instructions for duration.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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